Half-Torah/הַפְטָרָה - Chukas: "Fair is Fair," or is it? The Statute of Strict Justice (Shoftim 11:1-33) ⚖️

If you enjoy political debates about the history of Israel and Israeli occupation of land, this Haftarah about Yiftach is one for you. But, what does the diplomacy of Yiftach have to with Parshas Chukas? Also, who was Yiftach? Does he have a personal connection to anyone in our Parsha? We answer all of the above as we explore this tragic hero's sad origin story, his rise to political and military success, and his heartbreaking blunder here.